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Experts Can Comment on Newark Mayoral Election, Aftermath

On May 13, 2014, Newark residents will decide who will fill the seat left by former mayor Cory Booker, whose remaining term is being served by Mayor Luis Quintana. While the spotlight currently shines on candidates Shavar Jeffries and Ras Baraka, focus will soon shift to the future of Newark’s educational system, infrastructure, economic conditions, and social programs under new leadership.

Roland V. Anglin has spent his career promoting economic and community development in and for marginalized communities. He can discuss issues that impact urban and community economic development practices, leadership issues and concerns, urban policies/programs potentially affected by the election, upward mobility for persons of color, poverty, neighborhood security, and African Americans in politics.

Jeffrey A. Robinson’s research describes how business practices and entrepreneurship can be used to impact societal issues. He can discuss relevant policies and programs related to urban economic development and urban entrepreneurship.